Splash Biography

ALEX THOMPSON, Cornell sophomore studying Biolofical Sciences

Major: Biological Sciences

College/Employer: Cornell

Year of Graduation: 2028

Brief Biographical Sketch:

Part of inSIGHT at Cornell, a club created to improve medical literacy, reduce eye care disparities, and spread health awareness within the Cornell community.

Mentorship Chair, and Executive Board position tasked with communicating to club and community partners, planning educational initiatives in local schools, and training medical volunteers.

Past Classes

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P1169: The Science, Magic, and Art Behind Optical Illusions in Splash Spring 2026 (Apr. 11, 2026)

Have you ever thought you’ve seen a shape in a cloud, or fallen for a magic trick? If so, there’s a pretty high chance you’ve heard about or seen an optical illusion! This class will dive into details on the science behind optical illusions and how it relates to visual processing. In this course, you’ll learn how optical illusions work, how to draw them, and how to recognize their appearances in everyday life.

P1172: Biochemistry Lab: Molecular Purification Techniques And Their Applications In Science in Splash Spring 2026 (Apr. 11, 2026)

Curious about how to extract DNA from strawberries? Learn how scientists isolate important molecules such as proteins, drugs, and genetic material in this two-part lecture and lab course. We will briefly cover the underlying principles behind different molecular purification techniques such as column chromatography, differential, and liquid-liquid extraction. Students will learn how these processes are essential in fields like medicine and research before applying their knowledge in a hands‑on strawberry DNA extraction lab.

P1103: The Science, Magic, and Art Behind Optical Illusions in Splash Fall 2025 (Nov. 22, 2025)

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